TOP 6 TRENDING CANDLE SCENTS FOR SPRING/SUMMER 2025

The Sweetest Thing Shop
Apr 1
4 min read

We've been busy blending a unique collection of candle scents for the warmer months ahead! Keep scrolling to learn more about the top trending candle scents for 2025 and our latest curated collection of Esmé & Olive soy wax candles!

If you haven't noticed, things are a little hectic these days! Between the prices of eggs, cost of living, and stock market instability...many of us are stressed out. Despite the world climate, it's never been more important to ground ourselves. Not just environmentally, but socially, emotionally, and culturally.

Our sensory preferences are evolving to reflect our desire for calm, rejuvenation, and sustainability. A candle isn't going to solve all our problems, but it might just center us long enough to figure some of them out!

#1 Trend: Sustainable & Earthy Scents: A Return to Nature

With environmental concerns reaching new heights, consumers are gravitating toward candles that reflect a deep respect for nature and sustainability. In 2025, we expect earthy, woodsy, and botanical scents to continue trending, especially those derived from renewable and sustainable sources.

Volcanic Shore: This beautifully complex scent pairs earthy and smoky notes, with the rich herbal aroma of Palo Santo and sage. Brighter notes of sea salt, orange peel, and pear create a sweeter harmony. This scent speaks to the desire for reconnection and grounding to earth's elements. The perfect candle scent for those who want to create a sanctuary at home.

#2 Trend: Warm Comforting Scents: Nurturing & Inviting

In times of uncertainty, comfort is key. In 2025 candles with warm, comforting scents are expected to remain popular, offering an escape to spaces of tranquility and coziness. Especially scents that evoke memories of home, childhood, happier, and stable times.

Ancient Amber: A musky and warm scent with a masculine interpretation of comfort. Sweet notes of vanilla offer a sense of safety and relaxation. Combined with the rich, resinous depth of amber, tonka bean, and sandalwood. Masculine notes of leather and smoke evoke a sense of rugged sophistication and strength. Perfect for the home that needs a familiar and comforting scent.

#3 Trend: Fresh Citrus & Herbaceous Notes: Invigorating & Uplifting

As we recover from the challenges of recent years, there’s a growing demand for invigorating scents that lift the spirit and promote positive energy. Fresh citrus and herbaceous aromas are expected to take center stage in 2025, as they offer both clarity and vitality.

Yuzu Berry: A scent brimming with brightness! Carefully balancing tangy citrus notes of yuzu fruit with the tartness of blueberries. Deeper notes of grapefruit and mandarin play seamlessly with floral jasmine and greenery. This zesty fragrance promotes positivity and the feeling of a fresh start. A desire to embrace new beginnings and focus on rejuvenation.

#4 Trend: Floral Scents with a Modern Twist

Floral scents are timeless, but as we move into 2025, they are being reimagined to align with a desire for more complexity and authenticity. Instead of overly sweet or synthetic floral fragrances, the trend is leaning towards more nuanced, subtle, and sustainable floral notes.

Desert Bloom: A layered fragrance that brings together the rugged essence of the desert with the delicate beauty of nature’s blooms. This scent combines notes of agave, green florals, and olives with a fresh twist of lemon. Herbaceous, refreshing, clean, and revitalizing. Perfect for those seeking an energetic and motivating environment. As we focus on reclaiming control and empowerment, these scents echo a sense of invigoration and clarity.

#5 Trend: Oceanic & Marine Scents: Escaping to Tranquility

Ocean-inspired fragrances continue to be a favorite, offering feelings of openness, freedom, and relaxation. In the wake of so many global challenges, people are longing for an escape to calm and expansive spaces.

Cape Cod: Our most successful scent making a big comeback in 2025! A fresh, airy fragrance that evokes childhood memories of trips to the Cape. Notes of linen and cotton are reminiscent of sundrenched laundry on the line. Balanced with intoxicating notes of orange peel, sea salt, and powder! Perfect for creating a peaceful escape at home, these scents represent a yearning for peace, balance, and reconnection to nature.

#6 Trend: Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Scents

As environmental awareness grows, candles made from sustainable ingredients, such as soy wax and coconut wax, are becoming increasingly popular. Fragrances that align with sustainability — such as naturally derived essential oils, plant-based scents, and organic botanicals — will be key in 2025.

LYCHEE CLOUD: A aromatic light fragrance that meticulously balances fruity and floral scents. Earthy notes of cotton blossom, patchouli, and Palo Santo mingle with sweeter notes of lychee, pear, and sugar. Deeply balanced with plant-based notes of peony, green florals, and lotus flowers. It literally smells like a warm sweet cloud you'd love to fall asleep in. Perfect way to fill your home with a feminine, sweet, and complex touch.

Conclusion

As we look ahead to 2025, candle trends reflect a world that is balancing between the desire for comfort, nostalgia for the past, and the urgent need to protect our planet. From calming earthy notes to uplifting citrus blends. People are increasingly seeking fragrances that align with sustainability, mindfulness, and emotional well-being.

As we continue to reconnect with nature, the scents of the future will offer not just fragrance, but a sense of purpose — a reminder to slow down, breathe, and embrace the beauty around us!

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